--- metadata: - name: generator content: Diplodoc Platform v5.50.2 alternate: - https://yandex.com/support/browser-mobile-android-phone/en/personal-settings/extensions.md - https://yandex.com/support/browser-mobile-android-phone/kk/personal-settings/extensions.md - https://yandex.com/support/browser-mobile-android-phone/ru/personal-settings/extensions.md - https://yandex.com/support/browser-mobile-android-phone/tr/personal-settings/extensions.md - https://yandex.com/support/browser-mobile-android-phone/uz/personal-settings/extensions.md --- > **Documentation Index:** Fetch the complete configuration index at https://yandex.com/support/browser-mobile-android-phone/en/llms.txt #| || {% note alert "Important information for users of SaveFrom.net, Frigate, and a number of other extensions" %} These extensions have been disabled due to their potentially dangerous and fraudulent behavior. {% endnote %} || |# # Extensions _Extensions_ are small programs that can enhance the browser's functions. For example, they can [block annoying ads](https://yandex.com/support/browser-mobile-android-phone/en/security/ad-protection.md), enable night mode, or manage passwords. In Yandex Browser for Mobile, you can install extensions created by the developers of Yandex Browser or from the third-party catalogs [Google Chrome](https://chromewebstore.google.com/category/extensions) or [Opera](https://addons.opera.com/en/extensions/). ## Browser extensions{#whatis} Based on a careful analysis of existing extensions and user preferences, we selected the most popular, useful, and secure extensions for Yandex Browser. To go to the extensions page: 1. Tap ![](../_assets/icon.png =22x) → **Extensions** in the open tab. 1. You'll see a list of browser extensions that you have installed. Tap **More extensions** under the list. On the page that opens, select the extensions that you want to install in the browser. ## Turn an extension on or off{#switch-on} 1. Tap ![](../_assets/icon.png =22x) → **Extensions** in the open tab. 1. You'll see a list of browser extensions that you have installed. Tap **More extensions** under the list. 1. Find the extension in the list and switch the option to **On / Off.** ## Extension functions{#icon} To see the features available in the extension and what it does: 1. Tap ![](../_assets/icon.png =22x) → **Extensions** in the open tab. 1. This opens a list of extensions installed in the browser. Tap the extension you need. A window will open on the screen where you can see what the extension does (for example, get a weather forecast) or access its functions (by entering a master password in your password manager, etc.). ## Delete{#delete} You can only delete extensions in the **From other sources** section. {% note info %} The **From other sources** section is available if you already installed extensions from [Opera Add-ons](https://addons.opera.com/en/extensions/) or [Chrome Web Store](https://chromewebstore.google.com/category/extensions) online stores. {% endnote %} 1. Tap ![](../_assets/icon.png =22x) → **Extensions** in the open tab. 1. You'll see a list of browser extensions that you have installed. Tap **More extensions** under the list. 1. Tap **More information** under the description of the extension. 1. Click **Delete**. ## Settings{#settings} To change the extension settings: 1. Tap ![](../_assets/icon.png =22x) → **Extensions** in the open tab. 1. You'll see a list of browser extensions that you have installed. Tap **More extensions** under the list. 1. Tap **More information** under the description of the extension. 1. Under the description, tap **Settings**. If there's no such button, this extension can't be configured. ## Information for extension developers{#developers2} #### Updates{#developers2} If you want to update all extensions in Yandex Browser: 1. In the [SmartBox](https://yandex.com/support/browser-mobile-android-phone/en/navigation/search.md#smartbox), enter the address `browser://extensions`. This opens a page with a list of all extensions installed in the browser. 1. Enable **Developer Mode** in the upper right corner of the page. 1. Tap **Update** above the list. #### Testing{#developers2} If you want to test an extension that you developed in Yandex Browser: 1. In the SmartBox, enter the address `browser://extensions`. This opens a page with a list of all extensions installed in the browser. 1. Enable **Developer Mode** in the upper right corner of the page. 1. Above the list, tap **Upload unpacked extension**. 1. The system dialog opens for you to choose files. Its appearance and behavior depend on what Android version you're using and your list of installed apps (for example, various file managers). Find the folder with the extension to test and choose the `manifest.json` file. The downloaded extension will be installed in your browser so you can check how it works. #### Debugging{#developers2} If you want to debug your extension using Yandex Browser for Desktop: 1. Connect your smartphone to your computer. 1. Launch Yandex Browser on your smartphone. 1. Tap ![](../_assets/3poloski-menu.png =22x) → ![](../_assets/shestern.png =22x). 1. Open **Developer tools**. 1. Enable the **Debug webpages via USB** option. 1. Open Yandex Browser on your computer. 1. Enter `browser://inspect/#devices` in the SmartBox. 1. You'll see a list of tabs that are open in the mobile browser. One of these tabs corresponds to your extension. Click **inspect** under its description. ## Problems with extensions{#problems} {% cut "**Extensions get disabled by themselves**" %} Check if there's free RAM on the device. Try cleaning it up: - Remove unnecessary apps. - Temporarily disable the apps that you can't remove. - [Clear the cache](https://yandex.com/support/browser-mobile-android-phone/en/privacy/cache.md#clear). {% endcut %} Contact support